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Lower Sodium, No Compromise: Novel small molecule that enhances perceived saltiness
TS-072972 — The Need:
In a world grappling with the consequences of poor dietary choices, the imperative to address the global health crisis has never been more critical. Poor diets contribute to 1 in 5 deaths globally, leading the USDA to recommend a 30% reduction in sodium levels in foods to combat this cris…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Peterson, Devin; Tello Camacho, Edisson; Wang, Irene
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
FieldBright: Soil Sterilization for Modern Agriculture
TS-072825 — Unlock cleaner, healthier crops and drive higher returns.
Overview
Crop losses and unpredictable yields from soil-borne threats remain a costly business challenge for growers. Traditional chemical treatments are increasingly restricted and can disrupt beneficial soil biology, limiting options for sustainable and organic producers. This light-based soil ste…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Lindsey, Alexander; Ball, Christopher; Lopez Nicora, Horacio
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
UpcycleBites: Turning Food Waste into Premium Plant-Based Snacks
TS-072718 — Unlock sustainability, nutrition, and market differentiation with this patented upcycling technology.
Summary
UpcycleBites transforms discarded watermelon rind into high-protein, high-fiber puffed snacks with pea protein and starch. This patented process enhances amino acid completeness, improves …
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Vodovotz, Yael; Campanella, Osvaldo; Ezeji, Thaddeus; Ghosh, Rinky; Knobloch, Thomas; Shetty, Hrithik; Weir, Mark
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
NanoChitinase: A Truncated-Enzyme, Polymer-Nanoparticle Biocoating for Preventing Post-Harvest Fungal Spoilage
TS-072614 — A highly stable, edible, nano-engineered chitinase formulation that provides superior antifungal protection for fruits, vegetables, and seeds by combining an enhanced chitinase variant with biodegradable polymer nanoparticles for extended shelf life and reduced post-harvest losses.
Post-harvest fungal spoilage remains one of the most costly challenges in global food supply chains, with up to 40–50% losses in onions and strawberries reported in major producing regions. Conventional chemical fungicides face increasing regulatory pressure, safety concerns, and resistance …
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Wood, David; Deeba, Farah; Rappleye, Chad; Watkins, Davita
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
Pure Flavor, Pure Potential: Next-Generation Fermentation for Plant-Based Foods
TS-072087 — Unlock exceptional taste, transparency, and market growth in plant protein products with this breakthrough fermentation solution.
Overview
The challenge of off-odors in plant proteins limits their broader adoption across the plant-based food market, despite strong consumer demand for sustainable, allergen-friendly options. Ohio State University’s innovative natural, two-stage microbial fermentation platform replaces c…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Kaur, Manpreet; Barringer, Sheryl
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
RuminMax Productivity Feed Additive: Transforming Efficiency and Sustainability in Modern Livestock
TS-071905 — Pairing measurable gains in productivity with sustainability for the modern livestock industry.
Overview
Methane emissions and feed inefficiency remain key barriers to both profitability and sustainability in ruminant livestock production. Current methane reducers rarely deliver productivity gains, limiting their appeal to producers. By aligning sustainability with measurable business outcom…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Pittaluga Rossi, Alejandro; Relling, Alejandro "ale"
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Smart Blueberry Extract: The Modern Natural Health Solution for Inflammation Relief and Wellness
TS-071830 — Unlocking plant-powered solutions to deliver effective inflammation relief and enhance disease outcomes.
Overview
Chronic inflammation driven by elevated interleukin-11 (IL-11) is a critical underlying cause of tissue scarring and cancer, worsening the disease outcomes over time. Current anti-inflammatory options fall short, offering limited control over IL-11 and failing to stop its persistent buildu…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Giusti, M. Monica; Prasher, Harmeen; Sellers, Patrick; Ziouzenkova, Ouliana
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
UZELA & Larval Settlement Modules: Advancing Coral Reef Restoration
TS-071766 — Empowering transformative change in marine ecosystems through innovation and collaboration.
Coral reefs, the cornerstone of marine biodiversity and coastal protection, are facing critical decline from climate change, disease, and anthropogenic pressures. Traditional restoration efforts often fall short due to high mortality and slow growth, leaving oceans and communities increasingly vul…
- College: College of Arts & Sciences
- Inventors: Grottoli, Andrea; Dixon, Shannon; Hulver, Ann Marie; Welter, Jacob
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Waste-Valorized Nutrition: Functional Feed Ingredients from Dairy and Seafood Byproducts
TS-071371 — Convert dairy and seafood byproducts into high-performance aquafeed ingredients that enhance profitability, sustainability, and feed quality.
Overview
Dairy and seafood processing industries generate significant volumes of nutrient-rich byproducts each year, yet managing this waste remains costly and inefficient. This technology from Ohio State University converts these byproducts into stable, functional feed additives—providing a …
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Kuo, Chih Chun; Campanella, Osvaldo; Dabrowski, Konrad
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Modular UV Smart Lid System for Enhanced Food Preservation
TS-071056 — The Need
Food waste remains a significant global issue, with the average American discarding over 100 pounds of food annually, amounting to nearly $2,800 in losses per household. A substantial portion of this waste results from premature spoilage due to microbial contamination and suboptimal storage…
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Wisniewski, Dan; Jacovsky, Matt; Lewis, Tim; Nance, Steven; Remedios, Xavier; Sweet, Joe
- Licensing Officer: Sharick, Joe
